“I didn’t even know you were seeing any one Ella, but I’m so pleased for you.” Frank said affectionately grabbing me in a big bear hug. “Congratulations, and who is the lucky young man dare I ask? Do I know him?”
I bit my lower lip, not entirely sure how he would take the news.
“Yes you know him, It’s Joe, Joe Madden. We’ve been seeing each other…for a bit now.”
His eyes grew wide in shock.
“I had absolutely no idea! How on earth did you keep that quiet petal? You’re a sneaky one aren’t you! I hope he’s treating you well.” He narrowed his gaze at me like a concerned Father.
“He’s the best, honestly. The grumpy persona is just for show, he’s a big softie at heart. I love him.”
“Ah that warms my heart that does Ella.” He grinned. “I wish you both all the happiness in the world. You deserve it.”
I smiled warmly back at him then made my way to my desk. Colin was wearing his best moody Monday expression and glaring daggers at me.
“Please tell me I just heard that all wrong. You’ve actually gone back to the cheating, lying, smug bastard?”
“Not that it’s any of your business Colin, but he isn’t a cheat and yes we are back together.” I turned my computer on and slumped down in my chair so I didn’t have to look at his scowling face. I didn’t want his grey clouds dampening my excellent mood today.
“Morning bride to be.” Sang Chris excitedly. I had told him and Ed our news over the weekend, and he was beyond excited to be involved in the wedding. He had appointed himself my head stylist and wedding dress shopping assistant. If he had his way I would be floating down the aisle with love birds and swans surrounding me and angels with harps announcing my arrival.
I opened my work emails to find an early morning message from Joe.
From: [email protected]
Title: Forever baby…
I’m missing you already today.
John Legend – All of me.
Your Joe x
I knew the song well and my heart did a little flip thinking about the lyrics. I loved him so much.
From: [email protected]
Title: Wedding songs?
I think that should be our wedding song…and maybe this one?
Ellie Goulding – How Long Will I Love You?
Your Ella xxxxxxxxxxxxx
I loved our little email and you tube video exchanges. I’d missed them when we were apart, but it felt nice to add some new tunes to my ‘Joe and me’ playlist for when I was feeling sentimental and missing him. I wondered if he did the same.
From: [email protected]
Title: Our songs…
I hope you know I keep all our special songs on a playlist. Helps me through the times I miss you most. I love you.